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Application for Building Permit
Outdoor Swimming Pool - Hot Tub and Spa Requirements (Private)

PRIVATE OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL - HOT TUB & SPA REQUIREMENTS

LOCATION:
        
      Six (6) feet from the side lot line
 
      Six (6) feet from the rear lot line 
 
      Shall comply with Chapter 41 & Appendix G - 2003 IRC Code
 
      IN NO CASE CAN A POOL BE BUILT ON AN EASEMENT

The overhead electrical lines shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet (horizontally) from the edge of the water. The underground electrical lines shall be a minimum of five (5) feet (horizontally) from the edge of the water.

POOL ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS:

A fence or wall with a minimum height of 4 (four) feet above grade must be installed around the entire yard or the perimeter of the pool with self latching, self-closing hardware on the gate with a lockable device.

TO OBTAIN A PERMIT (the following information is required):

     A completed building permit application

     A plat of survey showing the exact pool size & location

     Either the drawings for an inground pool or a brochure for an above ground pool.

Electrical: If any electrical work other than plugging the pump and equipment into an existing exterior receptacle which is of the proper configuration, properly wired and ground fault circuit interrupter protected, then a licensed and bonded Electrician will be required to complete the work and must be listed on the permit application.

WE STRONGLY SUGGEST that you call JULIE (1-800-892-0123) before you dig to locate any underground wires. You should also call our Public Works Department at (847) 229-4600 to locate any water or sewer lines.

Fees: Above Ground Pool 

     Plan Examination Fee $57.75
     Construction Fee $69.25
     Electric Fee $40.50

In Ground Pool

     Plan Examination Fee $57.75
     Construction Fee $7.00 per $1,000.00 of Valuation
     Plumbing Fee $46.25
     Electric Fee $69.25

Hot Tub/Spa $69.25

NOTE: NO POOLS PERMITTED IN THE FLOODWAY

 Revised Fees 1/1/11; Revised 1/9/2009